ABSTRACT
Normally, in full erection, the penis assumes a position with an angle of 45-90° to the plane of the abdominal wall. In young males an erect penis can ascend to an angle of 30-45° and in the elderly the erection angle may be lower than 90°. Ascent of a penis during erection is attained by the ‘penile suspensory ligaments’ (Figure 11.1). These ligaments are important structures for maintaining a stabilized penile position during erection and preventing its slippage from the vagina during intercourse. It also gives an angle to the erect penis for allowing comfortable penetration.
